*Exempt Position | Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista* *Join a team where your expertise and dedication will be valued, and your career can thrive. At Scripps Health, we’re committed to delivering patient-centered care, backed by a culture of appreciation and respect. Build a rewarding career with one of the most trusted healthcare organizations in the nation.* *Why Choose Scripps Health?* · *Award-Winning Workplace:* o Named to*Fortune’s 100 Best Places to Work*list for the 16th time in 2024. o Recognized by*Newsweek*as one of*America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity*in 2024. o Nearly 25% of Scripps employees have been with the organization for over 10 years—testament to our supportive and collaborative environment. · *Commitment to Community:* o Scripps Mercy Hospital is known for delivering exceptional care, particularly to uninsured and underinsured patients, with a comprehensive range of medical, primary, and specialty services, including robot-assisted surgery. *Your Role CNS, also known as Advanced Practice Nurse, you will:* * Oversee*clinical operations*and ensure the highest standards of patient care in ICU. * Collaborate across departments, providing expert guidance and support in*nursing practice*. * Take a lead role in*house-wide clinical program planning*, helping to shape the future of care at Scripps Mercy. * Use*evidence-based practices*and system theories to drive continuous improvement in patient care and nursing protocols. * Serve as a resource for*education, research, and performance improvement*within your areas of expertise, empowering frontline staff to make informed, point-of-care decisions. * Monitor and evaluate*standards of care*, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical practices. *Why This Role?* * Be at the forefront of advancing expert nursing practice. * Lead teams in delivering*compassionate, high-quality care*to diverse patient populations. * Play a critical role in*organizational improvement*and*innovation*through hands-on leadership and collaboration. If you are passionate about*clinical excellence*and looking to make a tangible impact on both patient care and the future of healthcare, Scripps Health is the place for you. #LI-DP1 *Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:* * Minimum 2 years of full-time RN experience. * Portfolio submission required at the interview, including at least two examples of creative or leadership work. Examples may include: o Articles submitted for publication, contributions to textbooks, or academic papers. o Outlines for classes taught. o Performance improvement or evidence-based practice projects. o Leadership activities, such as chairing a committee or contributing to a task force, with relevant outputs or outcomes. * Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) candidates must have graduate-level nursing education (Master’s or Doctorate). * Doctorate (DNP, PhD, DNSc) recommended. *Required Certification/Registration:* * Current California RN license. * California CNS certification (can be in process at the time of hire). * National board certification (ANCC or equivalent in specialty area) preferred. * Current American Heart Association BLS certification. *Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certifications:* * 3-5 years of experience in ICU. * Prior experience in the CNS role. * Experience leading projects with measurable outcomes. * Doctorate in Nursing (DNP, PhD, DNSc) preferred; EdD or other doctorates considered upon review. **Job:** **RN* **Organization:** **Scripps Mercy Chula Vista* **Title:** *Clinical Nurse Specialist / Advanced Practice Nurse - ICU - Chula Vista - Days* **Location:** *Southern San Diego County-CHULA VISTA-SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL CHULA VISTA* **Requisition ID:** *242007329*